A simple, filling Kenyan-inspired breakfast combining sweet potato, eggs, avocado and pumpkin seeds. It provides a useful mix of carbohydrates, protein, healthy fats and fibre without requiring complicated ingredients.
Author: Mirriam Akiru (Nutritionist)
12 Everyday Habits That Can Lead to Weight Gain
Weight gain doesn’t usually happen overnight. More often, it’s the result of small habits repeated day after day. A biscuit with tea here, skipping breakfast there, spending long hours sitting—these behaviours may seem harmless on their own, but over time they can add up. The good news is that small changes can also have a […]
Recipe 1: Creamy Avocado & Egg Toast
A simple, filling breakfast made with whole-grain bread, creamy avocado and protein-rich eggs. It takes just a few minutes to prepare and is a great example of how everyday foods can make a balanced meal.
Common Nutrition Myths That Refuse to Die
Nutrition advice is everywhere. From social media influencers and family WhatsApp groups to well-meaning friends and relatives, everyone seems to have an opinion about what you should or shouldn’t eat. The problem? Not all of this advice is based on science. Some nutrition myths have been around for decades, while others spread quickly online and […]
10 Common Reasons You’re No Longer Losing Weight
Has your weight loss suddenly stopped? Discover the most common reasons for a weight loss plateau and practical, science-backed tips to start making progress again. Why Is My Weight Stalling? You’ve been eating healthier, exercising consistently, and watching the numbers on the scale drop. Then, suddenly… nothing. A week passes. Then two. Maybe even a […]
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How Good Is Your Breakfast? A Nutritionist’s Guide to Starting Your Day Right
Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day, but simply eating breakfast isn’t enough. The real question is: How good is your breakfast? A breakfast that leaves you hungry an hour later, causes a mid-morning energy crash, or is packed with sugar may not be giving your body what it needs. A […]
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10 Small Nutrition Habits That Make a Big Difference
When people think about improving their diet, they often imagine giving up all their favourite foods, following strict meal plans, or making drastic lifestyle changes. The truth is, lasting health isn’t built on extreme diets—it’s built on small habits that you repeat consistently. You don’t have to be perfect. Even one healthy habit, practised every […]
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The Most Common Grocery Shopping Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
Healthy eating doesn’t begin in the kitchen—it begins at the supermarket or your local market. The foods you bring home are often the foods you’ll eat throughout the week. That’s why grocery shopping is one of the most important habits for maintaining a healthy diet. Unfortunately, many of us make shopping mistakes that lead to […]
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Healthy Eating During Long Work Days
Long workdays can make healthy eating feel almost impossible. You start the day with good intentions, but before you know it, you’ve skipped breakfast, grabbed a mandazi with tea, eaten lunch at your desk, and finished the afternoon with biscuits from the office kitchen. Sound familiar? When work gets busy, nutrition is often the first […]
The Truth About Cheat Days
If you’ve ever tried to lose weight, you’ve probably heard someone say: “Just have a cheat day.” For many people, cheat days are seen as a reward for eating “clean” all week. Others believe they boost metabolism or make dieting easier. But are cheat days actually helpful? The answer isn’t as simple as yes or […]
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